John Sparrow

John Sparrow is a Professor of Occupational Psychology at Birmingham City University. He is a Chartered Psychologist and Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society, as well as a registered practitioner psychologist with the UK Health Professions Council. His work spans organizational cognition, knowledge management, and the role of emotional and cognitive processes in professional environments.

• Expertise: Organizational cognition, knowledge management, reflective practice, wellbeing, creativity, design thinking.
• Memberships: Chartered Psychologist (British Psychological Society), UK Health Professions Council.
• Collaborations: EU, UK Government, Research Councils UK, industry federations, SMEs (including social enterprises).

Research Focus: His scholarship explores how cognition and emotion influence organizational knowledge processes, decision-making, learning, and innovation. He emphasizes the role of coaching and facilitation in enhancing these dynamics.

Scientific Awards:

• Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society

Industry Engagement: John has worked extensively with public and private sector organizations, contributing to policy and practice through research on knowledge creation and use.